When the Alkene Below Is Treated with Br₂,which Is True

question 37

Multiple Choice

When the alkene below is treated with Br₂,which is true about the stereochemistry of the product?

• A)A pair of enantiomers will be produced.
• B)A single diastereomer will be produced.
• C)A mixture of diastereomers will be produced.
• D)A meso compound will be produced.
• E)The product will be achiral.

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Definitions:

2-Methylcyclohexanone

A ketone that contains a cyclohexane ring substituted with a methyl group at the second position, utilized in fragrance and flavor formulations.

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